Dushanbe, The Europe Today: In 2027, the Tajikistan CSTO chairmanship will begin as leadership of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) passes from Russia to Tajikistan. The decision was announced on November 11 during a meeting of the CSTO Collective Security Council held in Moscow, Russian Federation.
President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, Emomali Rahmon, participated in the meeting and delivered an address outlining the country’s priorities for its upcoming term at the helm of the Organization.
Tajikistan CSTO Chairmanship Motto and Priorities
In his remarks, President Emomali Rahmon stated that during Tajikistan’s chairmanship of the Organization, the country intends to focus its efforts on further strengthening regional security under the chairmanship motto: “Collective Security: Shared Goals, Regional Stability and Joint Responsibility.”
The emphasis on regional stability reflects Tajikistan’s position in Central Asia, where security cooperation remains a key concern for the countries of the region.
25th Anniversary of the CSTO and 35th Anniversary of the Collective Security Treaty
President Rahmon emphasized that particular importance would be attached to organizing events dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the CSTO and the 35th anniversary of the signing of the Collective Security Treaty, both of which will be marked in 2027.
The Collective Security Treaty was signed in Tashkent in May 1992, while the Collective Security Treaty Organization was established in 2002, building on the treaty to form a regional security alliance among its member states.
Commitment to Constructive Cooperation
Concluding his remarks, President Rahmon stressed that Tajikistan is committed to constructive cooperation with all CSTO member states and stands ready to serve as a platform for unity, mutual support and practical collaboration in implementing the proposed priorities.
Tajikistan’s chairmanship is expected to provide an opportunity for the country to shape the Organization’s agenda during a landmark anniversary year and to advance dialogue among member states on common security challenges.
